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Leadership Camp Application

Before you begin the application have your top three sessions for your chosen program in mind. We will make every effort to register accepted CITs for one of their three preferred session dates. If necessary we will contact you for additional session preferences.

Leadership Camp Application
- CIT I: Girls currently in grades 9-11. No appliation needed.
- CIT II: Girls currently in grades 10-11 are eligible to apply.
- CIT III: Girls currently in grade 11 are eligible to apply.
All information on this form is shared only with appropriate staff members. Having more information about you allows us to learn more about you and your interest in becoming a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) this summer.

Girl Scouts River Valleys camp directors will review your application and notify you of our decision by February 4.
General Information
Applicant Name*
First Last
Applicant Date of Birth*

MM slash DD slash YYYY
Applicant Email Address*
Applicant Phone Number
(optional)
Parent/Guardian Email Address*
Application Pathways
Which Counselor-in-Training level are you applying for?*
For individual session dates see the session dates & locations table. No application is needed for CIT I.
- Counselor-in-Training II (CIT II)
- Counselor-in-Training III (CIT III)
Counselor-in-Training II (CIT II) Application

Girls currently in grades 10-11 are eligible to apply.
Counselor-in-Training III (CIT III) Application

Girls currently in grade 11 are eligible to apply.
Please select your top three preferred Counselor-in-Training II (CIT II) sessions.*
If your application is selected, Girl Scouts River Valleys will register you for one of the three preferred sessions selected here. If we cannot place you in one of the three sessions, we will reach out to you for additional session options.
- June 18 - June 30 Camp Elk River
- July 16 - July 28 Camp Elk River
- July 23 - August 4 Camp Lakamaga
- July 30 - August 11 Camp Elk River
Please select your top three preferred Counselor-in-Training III (CIT III) sessions.*
If your application is selected, Girl Scouts River Valleys will register you for one of the three preferred sessions selected here. If we cannot place you in one of the three sessions, we will reach out to you for additional session options.
- July 9 - July 28 Camp Lakamaga
- July 16 - July 21 Camp Lakamaga and then July 21 - August 4 Camp Northwoods
- July 16 - August 4 Camp Elk River
Which Counselor-in-Training III track are you applying for?
- Riding
- Wilderness Trip
- Program
- Waterfront
Counselor-in-Training Questions
What excites you about this camp opportunity?*
What does leadership mean to you?*
What previous work experience do you have, if any?*
What type of experience do you have working with younger kids?*
Example: babysitting
Does your summer schedule allow for you to be gone for more than 13 consecutive days?*
- Yes
- No
What is your level of comfort with lake water and water activities like boating, fishing, paddle boarding, etc.?*
- Very uncomfortable
- Uncomfortable
- Comfortable
- Very comfortable
You may be at a camp location with horses. What is your comfort level with horses?*
- Very uncomfortable
- Uncomfortable
- Comfortable
- Very comfortable
14. What age group of campers do you enjoy working with the most and why?*
Are you willing and able to learn and follow the Girl Scout Promise and Law?*
- Yes
- No
Counselor-In-Training (CIT II) Specific Questions
Please rank your level on interest on a scale on 1 through 5, these areas/activities at camp.
- 1= Not interested or never heard of it.
- 5 = Very Interested
Archery*
Please enter a number from 1 to 5.
Arts & Crafts*
Please enter a number from 1 to 5.
Horse Riding*
Please enter a number from 1 to 5.
Low Ropes Courses*
Please enter a number from 1 to 5.
Mountain Biking*
Please enter a number from 1 to 5.
Outdoor Games*
Please enter a number from 1 to 5.
Outdoor Skils*
Please enter a number from 1 to 5.
S.T.E.M.*
Please enter a number from 1 to 5.
Waterfront activities*
Please enter a number from 1 to 5.
What is one thing you learned during CIT I, that you would like to improve on during CIT II?*
What do you believe are the greatest benefits of the Girl Scout camp experience for campers?*
What special skills will you bring with you, and how can you contribute positively towards this leadership experience?*
What are you hoping to learn from your CIT II experience?*
Riding Program Specific Questions
How many years of riding experience do you have? Describe your experience.*
What interests you most about working at the barn, both with horses and campers?*
Wilderness Program Specific Questions
What type of wilderness tripping experience have you had? Describe your experience.*
What type of outdoor skills interest you the most and why?*
Camp Program Specific Questions
What camp activity interests you the most and why?*
Do you see yourself more in a counselor role or a specialist role? Describe why.*
Waterfront Specific Questions
Which water activities do you have the most experience with? Describe that experience.*
What interests you most about working at the waterfront?*
What do you believe are the greatest benefits of the Girl Scout camp experience for campers?*
What special skills will you bring with you, and how can you contribute positively towards this leadership experience?*
What are you hoping to learn from your Counselor-in-Training III experience?*
Acknowledgements

By checking the boxes below, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the following statements:
All overnight camp participants are required to turn in all medications (prescriptions, over-the-counter meds such as cough drops, ibuprofen, cold meds, hydrocortisone, and vitamins etc). Any individual found not following these rules will be required to have a camper code of conduct conversation with the camp director.*
- Yes, I agree
You agree to leave your electronic devices at home and you will NOT bring your phone to camp.*
- Yes, I agree
You acknowledge that you are available to participate for the entire camp session dates of one of the CIT II leadership camp sessions.*
- Yes, I agree
You acknowledge that you are available to participate for the entire camp session dates of one of the CIT III leadership camp sessions.*
- Yes, I agree
*PLEASE NOTE: This does not guarantee you a spot in a specific Counselor-in-Training session.

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